1665 - Alchemical Medicine w/ Woodcuts
Leonardo Fioravanti (1517-1588) was a Renaissance-era Italian physician and surgeon who defied convention and embraced a bold, adventurous approach to medicine. Rejecting the rigid theories of his time, he traveled extensively, seeking knowledge from diverse sources, including folk healers and alchemists. He gained fame for his surgical skills, particularly in treating wounds and performing complex procedures. Fioravanti’s boldness earned him both admiration and criticism. Some thought him a complete charlatan. His "De’ Capricci Medicinali," a four-volume work, covers topics like surgery, herbal remedies, and alchemy. Fioravanti's legacy lies in his willingness to push boundaries and incorporate diverse influences into his medical practice, paving the way for a more open and experiential approach to healing.
1665. Fioravanti Leonardo, De’ Capricci Medicinali libri quattro. Venetia: Appresso Valentino Mortali. [2] 394 [6]. Period vellum binding. Bumping and rubbing to spine and cover. Light bookworm damage to cover and interior. Foxing and browning throughout. Heavy antique marginalia to front and rear blanks. Cursive ex libris on title page.
Leonardo Fioravanti (1517-1588) was a Renaissance-era Italian physician and surgeon who defied convention and embraced a bold, adventurous approach to medicine. Rejecting the rigid theories of his time, he traveled extensively, seeking knowledge from diverse sources, including folk healers and alchemists. He gained fame for his surgical skills, particularly in treating wounds and performing complex procedures. Fioravanti’s boldness earned him both admiration and criticism. Some thought him a complete charlatan. His "De’ Capricci Medicinali," a four-volume work, covers topics like surgery, herbal remedies, and alchemy. Fioravanti's legacy lies in his willingness to push boundaries and incorporate diverse influences into his medical practice, paving the way for a more open and experiential approach to healing.
1665. Fioravanti Leonardo, De’ Capricci Medicinali libri quattro. Venetia: Appresso Valentino Mortali. [2] 394 [6]. Period vellum binding. Bumping and rubbing to spine and cover. Light bookworm damage to cover and interior. Foxing and browning throughout. Heavy antique marginalia to front and rear blanks. Cursive ex libris on title page.
Leonardo Fioravanti (1517-1588) was a Renaissance-era Italian physician and surgeon who defied convention and embraced a bold, adventurous approach to medicine. Rejecting the rigid theories of his time, he traveled extensively, seeking knowledge from diverse sources, including folk healers and alchemists. He gained fame for his surgical skills, particularly in treating wounds and performing complex procedures. Fioravanti’s boldness earned him both admiration and criticism. Some thought him a complete charlatan. His "De’ Capricci Medicinali," a four-volume work, covers topics like surgery, herbal remedies, and alchemy. Fioravanti's legacy lies in his willingness to push boundaries and incorporate diverse influences into his medical practice, paving the way for a more open and experiential approach to healing.
1665. Fioravanti Leonardo, De’ Capricci Medicinali libri quattro. Venetia: Appresso Valentino Mortali. [2] 394 [6]. Period vellum binding. Bumping and rubbing to spine and cover. Light bookworm damage to cover and interior. Foxing and browning throughout. Heavy antique marginalia to front and rear blanks. Cursive ex libris on title page.